Governors' Camp

Overview

Old-style charm fused with 21st-century creature comforts in the heart of East Africa’s prime wildlife area.

Originally built for the exclusive use of Kenya’s colonial governors, it still offers one of the best classic safari experiences anywhere. Set along the Mara River, it provides extraordinary sightings of hippo & crocodile and fantastic bird-watching.

The 37 luxury tents each have an en suite bathroom and private verandah, with one of the greatest shows on earth right on their doorstep. Everything is under canvas, all tents have en suite bathrooms with hot and cold running water and flushing toilets. There is a bar tent with deck overlooking the Mara River and dining tent with views over the plains.

Governors Camp has just been awarded a Silver Eco Rating from Eco-Tourism Kenya due to their sustainable tourism practices in place in camp.

Highlights

Game drives

Walking safaris

Cultural visits

Hot air balloon rides

Day trips to Lake Victoria

Our Thoughts

One of the original and still one of the best authentic tented safari lodges in the Masai Mara. Great location for game-viewing and close to the launch site for the wonderful early morning balloon rides. The lodge also operates its own aircraft to Mfangano Island on Lake Victoria, which makes for an unusual twin centre trip.

Open bar and dining tent with view over the Mara river and the open plains of the Masai Mara

Bush breakfast, lunch & dinner can be organised on request at a supplementary cost

Governors' Camp has 37 luxury tents and is located right in the heart of the best game viewing area of the Masai Mara. The entire camp is under canvas with all of the comforts of a luxury hotel. The tents are big, bright and allow in lots of natural light. All tents have verandahs, some with views across the sweeping plains of the Masai Mara, others look over the banks of the meandering Mara River. All tents are classic safari style each with en suite bathrooms and a private verandah.

Game Viewing

Walking Safari

Wildebeest Migration

Hot Air Ballooning

Masai Cultural Visits

Day & overnight trips to Lake Victoria

New World of Wonder and Discovery of the natural world for the Younger Traveller.

Governors’ Camp offer the following options for families:

Extra beds in tents & rooms

Flexible timetables

Early meals

Evening baby-sitters

Sole use of game drive vehicles & boats (subject to availability)

Guides in tune with the unique interests of younger travellers – footprints, bugs, Masai traditional stories, interesting plants, animal families – whatever your child’s interest, they are sure to be able to find ways of enthralling them in this unique environment.

With almost 3 decades of her career life spent working in this industry, tourism is Charlotte' passion and life. She is passionate about meeting new people and showcasing them the wonderful sights of Africa.

Melissa joined Africa Travel in 2015, having worked in the travel industry for 10 years. Born and bred in Cape Town, South Africa, Melissa's favourite destinations are Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and the Garden Route.

Michael started guiding last year and the experience has been amazing for him. He is our resident expert on everything Cape Town. He is passionate about showcasing all the best that Cape Town has to offer.

Christine first came to Africa as a young woman and immediately felt a connection which has never allowed her to leave. She lived in Johannesburg and in Knysna on the Garden Route, but came to Cape Town 22 years ago and realised it was where she wanted to be!

Alyson grew up in Zimbabwe and it was her parents who influenced her a great love of the African bush. It was not just a love of the wildlife but the plant and bird life and everything that is associated in the wild spaces of Africa.

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